Sofia Alexandra Cortes

Sofia Alexandra Cortes, MPH, is a seasoned public health professional with extensive experience in program management and technical support for international health initiatives. Currently serving as Program Officer at Banyan Global since May 2021, Sofia provides operational support for USAID-funded projects focused on health workforce management and local health systems sustainability, while leading communications and recruitment efforts. Previous roles include consulting for the World Health Organization and the Pan American Health Organization, along with a COVID-19 case investigator position at the Virginia Department of Health. Sofia holds a Master of Public Health in Global Health Policy from The George Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley.